Gamers At the Margins
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​Exploited but Resisting Simultaneously

To the gaming industry

We want to be recognized as legitimate gamers

We want less stereotypical representations of marginalized groups

We don’t want to be ignored in advertising practices

We want more diversity among game developers

We just want to game as equals

To the many gaming communities

We want all forms of gaming taken seriously (console, mobile, social media apps, etc)

We want to game without becoming victims of offensive speech, harassment, or violence

We want to be recognized as legitimate participants

We do NOT want to segregate to enjoy the virtual gaming community

We just want to game as equals

To Academia 

We want to be taken seriously in academic settings

We want journals and curricula to reflect our participation

We want content in games taken just as seriously as game development

We want a more inclusive environment for marginalized groups

We just want to game as equals

G.A.M.E.R.S. is a movement.  And this Manifesto is a living document serving as a voice of the people.  Feel free to offer additions, amendments, suggestions, etc by using the contact form below.